Argentina’s southernmost province wants to enhance ties with Vietnamese localities
Vietnamese Ambassador to Argentina Duong Quoc Thanh has recently paid a working visit to the southernmost province of Tierra del Fuego, at the invitation of Governor Gustavo Melella.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Argentina Duong Quoc Thanh (second from left) visits Rio Grande industrial park in Tierra del Fuego province. (Photo: VNA)
Buenos Aires (VNA) - Vietnamese Ambassador to Argentina Duong QuocThanh has recently paid a working visit to the southernmost province of Tierradel Fuego, at the invitation of Governor Gustavo Melella.
Melella told the ambassador that Tierra del Fuegoprovince has a lot of untapped potential and looks forward to receiving investmentcooperation from as well as development experience shared by Vietnameselocalities, especially in the fields of oil and gas exploitation, tourismdevelopment, conservation and exploitation of natural and cultural heritage.
He also expressed his desire to twin with a Vietnameselocality with similar characteristics for specific and effective collaboration.
Thanh, for his part, affirmed that the Argentineprovince’s advantages are the areas that Vietnam is paying attention to and wantsto expand cooperation.
He said that two-way trade hit 4.5 billion USD last year,700 million USD higher than that of the previous year despite serious impactsof the COVID-19 pandemic.
Regarding the proposal of twinning, Thanh said that he wouldwork with Vietnamese provinces and cities and introduce a locality with similareconomic strengths to Tierra del Fuego so that the two sides could discuss andreach a twinning agreement.
At a meeting with local businesses, the Vietnamese diplomatreceived their attention and practical suggestions about some products thatVietnam has strengths and want to export such as industrial and biologicalplastics, ceramics, LED lighting equipment, and handicrafts.
On this occasion, Melella handed over the province’sdecision to the ambassador, recognising him as a Honorary Guest of Tierra delFuego. This is the second province that has given this title to the ambassador since heassumed this position./.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Argentina held a ceremony on October 27 to inaugurate the work of renovating the Vietnam square and the bronze plate introducing President Ho Chi Minh’s biography at his statue in District 12 of Buenos Aires.
A batch of 500,000 doses of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine donated by the Argentinean Government arrived at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi on November 24 afternoon.
A workshop was held on November 25 to provide information about the market and import policies of Argentina to Vietnamese enterprises, towards the expansion and diversification of goods exchanged between the two sides.
The Ministry of Health received 500,000 doses of Astra Zeneca COVID-19 vaccine, worth over 2 million USD presented by the Government of Argentina, at a ceremony held in Hanoi on December 2.
The Party and State of Vietnam always attach great importance to and give top priority to the development of Vietnam–China relations. Vietnam is ready to work with the Chinese Party and State to further deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership and promote the building of the Vietnam-China community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.
Under the leadership of President Ho Chi Minh and the CPV, President Cuong said, the press has been a steadfast force on the ideological and cultural front, rallying the masses to pursue national aspirations.
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man stressed the need to accelerate the application of artificial intelligence and smart teaching equipment, innovate teaching and assessment methods, and further improve the quality of formal education.
He also pledged that the NA will promote its ongoing supervision, making sure that every promise must lead to results, and every commitment must bring about real changes.
Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien welcomed the proposals put forward by the US side and reiterated Vietnam’s request for consideration of key areas of interest, including reciprocal tariff policies and access for Vietnamese key export products to the US market.
Deputy PM Le Thanh Long proposed countries promote shared values, including building trust, sincerity, and solidarity among nations and peoples; fostering cooperation spirit and responsible behaviour as well as upholding international law and the UN Charter; and placing people at the centre and as the goal, the key player, and the driving force of all policies.
The show, together with a grand parade to be held silmutaneously at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, will celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution, the National Day, and the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA).
In particular, in April 2023, the two sides successfully carried out a joint operation that dismantled a major organised, transnational drug trafficking ring involving both Vietnamese and Cambodian suspects.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel is closely coordinating with relevant local agencies to stay informed and provide the utmost support possible for Vietnamese nationals.
The launch of Thanh Nien (Young People) newspaper in 1925, even before the founding of the Communist Party of Vietnam, is considered a testament to President Ho Chi Minh’s strategic foresight and strong belief in the guiding power of the revolutionary media.
New Zealand is currently one of Vietnam’s most important partners in the region, marked by a high level of political trust, strong and reliable defence and security cooperation, and increasingly open economic, trade, and investment ties.
Party General Secretary To Lam stressed that the Central Public Security Party Committee must be fully aware of the extremely important role of the People's Public Security force in the country's new revolutionary phase, so as to guide each branch and level of the force as the nation undergoes transformation.
Addressing concerns over university education spending, Son explained that as public universities gain greater autonomy, the Ministry of Finance has scaled back recurrent state funding. “Over the past decade, as autonomy has increased, the State's support has steadily declined”, he noted
Lao Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane affirmed that the presence of Vietnamese press offices in Laos vividly demonstrates the great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between the two nations, as the press is not only a means of communication but also an important bridge for spreading consciousness about the history, values, and strategic depth of the Laos – Vietnam relationship to the people of both countries and the international community.
The country is willing to participate in collective efforts to promote cooperation and mobilise resources to advance the current priority issues of developing countries, such as trade, investment, infrastructure connectivity, making the most of scientific and technological advances for development, and people-to-people exchanges, Hang said.
During the negotiations, the US highly evaluated Vietnam’s goodwill and efforts, affirmed its appreciation for the bilateral relationship, acknowledged Vietnam’s proposals and concerns, and considered these an important basis for continuing discussions and moving towards a final agreement.
The Chairman stressed the need for stricter fiscal discipline, faster digital transformation, and more efficient management of State budget revenues and expenditures.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Argentina Duong Quoc Thanh (second from left) visits Rio Grande industrial park in Tierra del Fuego province. (Photo: VNA) 
